The BMW 7-Series is a go-to choice for the luxury full-size sedan class, and has been for many years.
The latest model is no exception, delivering excellent driving dynamics and refined comfort, though the Panamera outdoes the 7-Series on outright performance, and also offers its unusual style.
The Mercedes-Benz S Class has long been a benchmark for the class, and with an all-new model out for 2014, it remains a solid choice for technology-conscious buyers with conservative tastes, though AMG models up the ante on both performance and curb appeal.
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS Class is a style-smart buy in the large sedan class, with its coupe-like styling putting it on natural competitive ground with the Panamera.
Luxurious and comfortable in standard form, the AMG version of the CLS Class can come off a bit harsh and hard-riding.
Maserati's latest take on the Quattroporte offers its own Italian style and passion, with opulent interior design and brisk, if not quite thrilling performance.
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The 2014 Porsche Panamera adds to the desirability of an already heady mix of performance, style, and functionality. |
The 2014 BMW 7-Series is not just luxurious and comfortable, but exceptionally quick and technologically advanced. |
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS retains its fashion-forward look, while adding efficiency and, in AMG form, even more impressive performance. |
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class makes an emotional appeal for its claim as the best sedan in the world, and we're feeling it. | The 2014 Maserati Quattroporte is staged to impress once more, with a selection of strong twin-turbo engines and a bold new look, inside and out. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $78,100 | $74,000 | $72,100 | $92,900 | $102,500 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 15 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6 | Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8 | Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8 | Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 |
| EPA Class | ||||
| Large Cars | Large Cars | Compact Cars | Large Cars | Large Cars |
| Style Name | ||||
| 4-Door HB | 4-Door Sedan 740i RWD | 4-Door Sedan CLS 550 RWD | 4-Door Sedan S 550 RWD | 4-Door Sedan Quattroporte S Q4 |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| Hatchback | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
| Transmission | ||||
| Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
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| 2014 Porsche Panamera vs. 2014 BMW 7-Series | 2014 Porsche Panamera vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS Class | 2014 Porsche Panamera vs. 2014 Mercedes-Benz S Class | 2014 Porsche Panamera vs. 2014 Maserati Quattroporte | |
